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Summer projects and daydreaming | Mark’s Remarks

When you have a chance to be at home more than usual, you begin to notice little things that need to be done. Then, often you stumble upon larger things…

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June 8, 1928 | Mark’s Remarks

My grandparents were married on June 8, 1928, in the county courthouse. I have a picture of them standing near the courthouse square. My grandpa has on a floppy hat…

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Busting | Mark’s Remarks

We all have had news that made us feel like we were going to bust. Haven’t we? Think about it for a minute. We guys have an issue with being…

A Smarter Home | Planet Ryan

I’ve written several columns in the past concerning the future and what it holds for us mere humans on the technology front – and mostly because I’m pretty darn excited…

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Memorials | Mark’s Remarks

My hometown has had a bit of drama lately.  I’ve been keeping up with the news through my hometown paper. There is a very nice, large cemetery in my hometown.…

Bass Fishing | Planet Ryan

What’s better than a boat, a body of water, your favorite beverage and a fishing rod and reel in hand? As summer approaches and the days become longer, sitting out…

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Last Day of School | Mark’s Remarks

I’ve said it before and I will say it again: Nobody knows what it’s like to be teacher, especially at the end of the year.  I have had well-educated, upstanding…

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Escape Artist, Part 2 | Mark’s Remarks

A few years back, I wrote to you about my baby daughter and how she had her daddy wrapped around her finger. I wrote about how she often got me…

Local Food Review | Gallagher’s Fried Chicken

by Natalie Schweiger Being able to say you’ve enjoyed a Southern Style Dinner should be a requirement for anyone claiming to be American. This is the kind of meal that…

Veterans Corner | Rick Schilling

Illinois Joining Forces is a joint Department of Veterans’ Affairs and Department of Military Affairs effort designed to better serve veterans, service members and their families throughout the state. IJF…